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State of Texas: Harris sends a message in Houston, amid criticism from state leaders
In Houston Thursday, Harris delivered the keynote address at the American Federation of Teachers National Convention — the nation's largest teachers union — and made her pitch to thousands in a key voting block for Democrats.
Houston expects first pass of debris pickup to be complete by early to mid-August
The City of Houston has collected more than a million cubic yards of vegetative debris from Hurricane Beryl. The director of the city’s Solid Waste Management Department and the executive director of the City of Sugar Land provide updates on the timetable for debris pickup in the region. Listen.
Flight from Houston to Boston diverted due to passenger's 'medical issue'
HOUSTON — A flight from Houston to Boston was diverted Sunday after a passenger experienced a medical issue. According to United Airlines, the plane was diverted to Washington-Dulles, where it was undergoing a deep clean. According to United, there were 155 passengers and six crew members on the flight...
President Joe Biden expected in Houston for US Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee's funeral services
President Joe Biden will be in Houston to attend the Celebration of Life services for longtime Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, who passed away on July 19 at 74 years old after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.Houston plans to celebrate Lee with a week of remembrance services starting Monday, July 29.Biden plans to stop in Houston on Monday after an event in Austin at the Lyndon B. Johnson Library.The White House made the announcement on Sunday, a day after Vice President Kamala Harris said she would be attending Lee's Thursday funeral service.Harris called Congresswoman Lee a dear friend of hers after...
Man arrested, charged with injuring his elderly sister
HOUSTON, Texas — A man was arrested for injuring his elderly sister in the Songwood area, according to the Harris County Constable Precinct 2. On Wednesday, July 24, 2024, a Precinct Two Constable Deputy responded to a call regarding a woman who had been injured by her brother the previous day. The woman, who is over 65 years old, visited a doctor the following morning and discovered further injuries from the confrontation.
Craig Biggio had awesome reaction to his son hitting HR vs. Astros
Houston Astros legend Craig Biggio had a bittersweet moment Saturday as he watched his former team take on the Los Angeles Dodgers at Minute Maid Park in Houston, Texas. Biggio was in the stands when his son Cavan Biggio, who plays for the Dodgers, came up to the plate with his team up 5-4 in... The post Craig Biggio had awesome reaction to his son hitting HR vs. Astros appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Washington Commanders Will Trade Terry McLaurin to the Houston Texans
With the NFL offseason comes predictions and bold takes. That specifically happens with trades that could happen before the season or the deadline. With that in mind, Terry McLaurin becomes an intriguing trade option that has the potential to shake up the league. If he is traded, it will be to the Houston Texans.
Get ready for a day of free school supplies, food, health screenings, and community services at the Mayor’s Back 2 School Fest.
Join us for the 14th Annual Mayor’s Back 2 School Fest, sponsored by Shell, on August 3rd at the George R. Brown Convention Center from 8 am to 2 pm. This event is dedicated to supporting elementary school students and their families who are facing financial challenges. We will be giving away 25,000 backpacks filled with school supplies and providing food and produce, courtesy of Houston Food Bank. Additionally, we will offer on-site health screenings and connect families to essential community health and social services.
NFL Analyst Points Out Major Issue With Texans QB C.J. Stroud
Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud is one of the top up and coming stars in the NFL. He just put forth a historically good rookie campaign, led the Texans to a shocking division title and even guided the team to a playoff win. Now, heading into 2024, Stroud and Co. are riding high and are […] The post NFL Analyst Points Out Major Issue With Texans QB C.J. Stroud appeared first on NFL Analysis Network.
Jersey Village Fire Department captain wins Texas Paramedic of the Year award
A Jersey Village Fire Department paramedic, Capt. Robert Missal won the Texas Paramedic of the Year award at American Legion's 2024 Convention in Austin. (Atirikta Kumar/Community Impact) A Jersey Village Fire Department paramedic won the Texas Paramedic of the Year award at American Legion’s 2024 Convention in Austin. Meet...
Houston family reunited with dog found in Edinburg one year after going missing
Tail wags, kisses and a long awaited hug for a Houston-area woman who was reunited with her long-lost dog. Bianca Joseph's dog went missing in the Houston area last year. But she received a call that her dog, Boe, was found in Edinburg. "When I get calls back-to-back like that,...
An inmate’s body temp was 107.5 when he died. The state of Texas says heat did not kill him.
It was just before 11 p.m. when John Castillo’s cellmate alerted the guards. Castillo was passed out. His breathing was shallow. Prison staff rushed him to the medical unit, where they tried CPR and dosed him with epinephrine. But it was already too late. Castillo was dead. He was...
Offshore Wind Company Requests Lease Off Texas Coast
NEW ORLEANS — On July 26, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management announced it has received an unsolicited lease request from Hecate Energy Gulf Wind to acquire one or more commercial wind energy leases on the Outer Continental Shelf in the Gulf of Mexico. The areas are located off the coast of southeast Texas and had been identified by BOEM in 2021 as potential Wind Energy Areas suitable for offshore wind leasing.
ALERT: This Predator’s Population Is Growing In The State Of Texas
There are many animals in the state of Texas. Not all of them however are friendly towards humans. Here's what is known about one dangerous animal that has shown massive growth in Texas waters. One Animal In Texas Showing Big Growth. As revealed by the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Professor Philip...
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